dubstep
[ duhb-step ]
/ ˈdʌbˌstɛp /
noun
a style of mostly instrumental electronic music, originating in London, influenced by dub and characterized by syncopated rhythm and an emphasis on bass and drum elements.
Words nearby dubstep
dubois, w. e. b.,
dubonnet,
dubos,
dubowitz score,
dubrovnik,
dubstep,
dubuffet,
dubuque,
dubček,
duc,
ducal
Example sentences from the Web for dubstep
Speaking of dubstep, few DJs had a bigger year than Skrillex.
Best Music Albums of 2012: Frank Ocean, Taylor Swift, and More |Marlow Stern |December 26, 2012 |DAILY BEASTDubstep sensation Skrillex told The Daily Beast that witnessing this performance made him want to start making EDM.
British Dictionary definitions for dubstep
dubstep
/ (ˈdʌbˌstɛp) /
noun
a genre of electronic music conveying a dark and brooding atmosphere through prominent bass lines
Word Origin for dubstep
C21: from
dub
1 (sense 6) +
step